1. a heavy dull sound made by something falling or hitting
2. a heavy blow or hit

1. to hit or strike with a heavy dull sound
2. to beat rapidly and strongly
Usage: often used of the heart

Examples

• I heard a loud thump from upstairs.
• The book fell with a thump onto the floor.
• He gave the table a thump with his fist.
• She thumped on the door to get attention.
• The bass guitar thumped through the walls.
• My heart was thumping with excitement.
• The rabbit thumped its hind leg as a warning.